Jessel Gonzales
Calgary,Canada
Summary
More than 30 years of experience in the field of Construction and Project management, Planning/ Scheduling, Estimating and Structural design. Involved in a numerous projects for building (ICI) works such as High rise building, Commercial and industrial building, Institutional infrastructure such as hospital, schools & library, Civil works such as road works, tunneling and water treatment plant. Held different position as Project Manager, Senior Engineer, Planning and Construction Manager, Structural Engineer/Designer, Chief Estimator and Project Engineer.
Professional estimator with deep experience in cost analysis, project management, and bid preparation. Known for strong teamwork, adaptability, and delivering results in fast-paced environments. Expertise in construction methodologies, material costing, and contract negotiation, paired with keen ability to meet tight deadlines and adjust to project changes efficiently. Widely trusted for clear communication, analytical skills, and strategic mindset.
Overview
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1
Certification
40
40
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Estimator
BIRD CONSTRUCTION GROUP
Calgary, Alberta, Canada
07.2007 - Current
- Prepare Preliminary Budget Assessment complete with project statistics, scope preparation and summary
- Prepare RFP / RFQ for CM, Design & Built, P3 project and IPD project type of proposal
- Review schematic drawings analysis and provide key notes
- Developed estimates and takeoffs while drafting detailed proposals.
- Manage all Class D to Class A estimating activities during pre-construction
- Work closely with the Manager and PM team to produce well prepared cost plans (estimates, scopes, VE, schedule, risk analysis, variance reports)
- At tendering stage, be responsible for tender packages, trade reconciliation sheets, work closely with the Manager and the PM to identify specific scopes
- Prepare bid packages for construction management projects
- Coordinate and lead trade scope clarification meetings.
- Prepare pre-tender and post-tender estimates with variance report
- Prepare Cost for General Condition / Site expense for the project.
- Provide smooth transfer of project estimates to project team including Budget project coding for SAP Upload / In-Eight.
- Participated in bid reviews with senior leadership, providing expert insights on proposal strengths and areas for improvement.
- Prepare procurement schedule, tendering, buy-outs, contract negotiations, set up costing system and control estimate for future historical data
- Projects: Commercial, Industrial and Various Public infrastructure
- Mentored junior estimators, fostering skill development and improving team performance in bid preparation.
- Tracked project costs and expenses to monitor progress and identify and mitigate deviations from original estimate.
- Negotiated contracts with suppliers and vendors, securing best pricing for materials, labor and equipment.
Estimator / Project coordinator
Lear Construction Management Ltd.
Calgary, Alberta, Canada
02.2006 - 07.2007
- Prepare a total project cost summary and bill of materials, including the cost of labor, equipment, materials, sub-contracts, overhead, miscellaneous expenses, taxes, insurance, mark-up and any other cost that may considered on tender proposal.
- Evaluate change orders, assist in settlement of final accounts and other contractual claims. Institute project cost control measure to maintain expenses with estimated budget.
- Generate assessment report and other documentation necessary for work-in-progress evaluation, project scheduling, subcontractors billing and collection.
- Attend pre-bid meeting, construction meeting and coordination with the consultant and owner representatives.
- Projects: Various commercial & Public buildings, Institutional structures and civil works
Senior Engineer
SembCorp Engineers and Constructors
Singapore
03.1995 - 08.2004
- In-charge of Construction and site operation, supervised Engineers and superintendents.
- Prepare corresponding letter, progress report, monthly and bi-weekly construction schedule, conduct site meeting with sub-contractors, chaired tool box meeting (Safety meeting) and inspection together with city inspector / government representative for project occupational and safety audit.
- Provide construction methodology and work sequence for site implementation such as temporary works, earthworks, Equipment requirements and manpower loading.
- Checking and coordination of shop drawing, prepare design proposal for structural and concrete works as the need arises for construction works.
- Involved in Pre-construction, budgeting, estimate and prepare construction methodology.
- Evaluation of sub-trades progress claim and work accomplishment.
- Liaise with the consultant and owner representative.
- Projects: Building and Civil works
Structural Engineer
Hyundai Engineering and Construction Ltd.
Singapore
06.1994 - 02.1995
- Project: Singapore Changi General Hospital ($ 80 Million)
Planning and Construction Manager, Chief Estimator
Shimizu Corporation
Philippines and Japan
09.1989 - 05.1994
- Projects: Hotels, Commercial buildings, Car Assembly plant, Electronics factory
Structural Engineer
Hyundai Engineering and Construction Ltd.
Philippines
01.1987 - 01.1989
- Project: Asian Development Bank (ADB) New headquarters building
Education
Construction Management Certificate - Construction Management
University of Calgary (U of C)
Alberta03-2006
Bachelor of science - Civil Engineering
New Era University
Manila03-1986
Skills
- Bid preparation expertise
- Construction
- Cost estimation expertise
- Attention to detail and accuracy
- Design-build experience
- Contract negotiation
- Value engineering analysis
- Cost control strategies
- Preconstruction services
- Construction cost estimates
- Project planning
- Quantity take-offs
- Multitasking
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of 200 staff and workers.
- Involved in various project in Asia and North America.
- Achieved timely completion and in budget by completing construction project with accuracy and efficiency.
- Worked on different position such Structural Engineer, Project Manager, Construction and planning Manager, Chief Estimator and Senior Engineer.
Languages
English
Full Professional
Certification
- Gold Seal Certified (GSC) – Canadian Construction Association – 2012 to present
- Construction Estimator Certified (CEC) – Canadian Institute of Quantity Surveyor (CIQS) – 2012 to 2026
- Professional / Licensed Engineer (Civil Engineer), Philippines – 1987 to present
Training and Courses attended
- CostOS Estimating Software : 2018
- Building Information Modeling (BIM) : 2014
- Mechanical and Electrical Building System : 2012
- LEED Canada for new construction : 2010
- Gold Seal Certificate, Project scheduling- Calgary Const. Association : 2008
- MC2 Estimating program – MC2 Inc. - Phoenix Arizona US, : 2008
- Professional services program – Stuart Olson Constructors Inc. – Calgary : 2007
- Cost Planning & project scheduling – Stuart Olson Constructors– Calgary : 2007
- Project Management, Safety, ISO 9001, OHSA 14000 – Singapore : 1995 to 2003
- Project Planning / Scheduling – Primavera (PERT-CPM) – Manila : 1993
- Association of Overseas Technical Scholarship (AOTS) - Tokyo, Japan : 1991 to 1992
- Structural design for Concrete and Steel, Seismic analysis
- Quantity Surveying & Cost Control, Project Management and construction scheduling
Timeline
Senior Estimator
BIRD CONSTRUCTION GROUP
07.2007 - Current
Estimator / Project coordinator
Lear Construction Management Ltd.
02.2006 - 07.2007
Senior Engineer
SembCorp Engineers and Constructors
03.1995 - 08.2004
Structural Engineer
Hyundai Engineering and Construction Ltd.
06.1994 - 02.1995
Planning and Construction Manager, Chief Estimator
Shimizu Corporation
09.1989 - 05.1994
Structural Engineer
Hyundai Engineering and Construction Ltd.
01.1987 - 01.1989
Construction Management Certificate - Construction Management
University of Calgary (U of C)
Bachelor of science - Civil Engineering
New Era University